Latest Open Race Details Advice for Owners and Trainers: Fireworks Season

Vol 12 / No 16 6 November 2020 Fortnightly by Subscription Latest Open Race Details Advice for Owners and Trainers: Fireworks Season DEERJET SYDNEY is the 2020 Star Sports & ARC English Greyhound Derby Champion! Owned by Kenny Glen and trained by Pat Buckley, the June 18 white and brindle (pictured above with Pat and daughter Emma) Photo: Steve Nash led from trap to line to land the classic in 29.38s on Saturday 31st October at Nottingham Stadium. 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ADVICE FOR OWNERS & TRAINERS ON GREYHOUND EXPOSURE TO FIREWORKS Purpose The Greyhound Board of Great Britain recognises that some greyhounds are fearful of loud noises and that fireworks can have a negative impact on these dogs. Affected greyhounds suffer psychological trauma and often cause themselves injuries in an attempt to run and hide from the noise. The following advice is intended to help owners and trainers to minimise the impact of fireworks on their greyhounds. Risk Periods The following times/events are deemed to be HIGH RISK meaning that it is highly likely that greyhounds will be exposed to firework noise at these times. • The Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings either side of 5th November. • In certain locations, other cultural events, such as Diwali, Chinese New Year, etc. may present a high risk for firework exposure depending on the population in the vicinity of the kennels. • Of course, there is a constant lesser risk of spontaneous events at other times of the year. • Check local and social media for advance notice of any large organised displays planned for your area. This will allow time to prepare for the event and take necessary action to minimise the risk of greyhounds being exposed to fireworks at these times. Tips to Help your Dogs on Firework Night • Wherever possible keep all dogs indoors after dark to minimise exposure to fireworks. • Feed early to allow dogs to settle well before dusk. • Provide fearful dogs with a safe place to “hide”. This is part of their coping strategy; this may be simply providing extra blankets or a duvet to burrow under. • Dogs take their lead from humans, if we are calm and oblivious to the fireworks dogs may take some comfort from that. Excessive petting and cuddling may reinforce the feeling that there is something to be scared of but if human contact helps a dog relax then that too is fine. • If possible black out windows and play music or the television to mask the sound of the fireworks. Draping a blanket over the kennel door may help to block out sudden flashes. • Make sure that kennels are secure and that no dog can escape if there’s a sudden noise. • If any dogs display extreme fear, then consider consulting your vet well in advance of high-risk periods to request a mild sedative to reduce anxiety. Be aware of the GBGB Rules of Racing regarding medication and seek specialist advice before resuming racing after administering any medication. • Generally, firework phobia will get worse with time. There are longer term measures that may help to minimise the impact of sudden loud noises such as desensitising soundtracks that can be played at low volumes during times which a dog associates with something good/positive such as being fed or at “playtime”. Ask your vet for advice on this. • If dogs are required to race at high risk times, then consult with the Racing Manager and ask that anxious dogs are rested during these times to avoid transporting nervy dogs to the track where they may be exposed to further stress. • If dogs must be transported during high risk times then don’t leave them unattended at any time and implement measures to minimise the impact of the fireworks on the dogs (close the doors, turn on the engine, radio, etc). CALENDAR 1 IMPORTANT NOTICES Complaints The Greyhound Board of Great Britain will receive complaints in confidence from anyone concerned about a possible breach of the Rules of Racing. Send emails to [email protected] or call the GBGB office on 020 7822 0900. Alternatively, write to: The Greyhound Board of Great Britain Ltd, Genesis House, 17 Godliman Street, London EC4V 5BD Welfare Hotline If you are concerned about the welfare of any registered racing greyhounds, please call our confidential Welfare Hotline on 020 7822 0917. The line is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You will be prompted to leave a voicemail message giving as much information as you can so that our team can investigate your concerns fully and ensure appropriate action is taken. CORRECTION to CALENDAR 16/10/2020, SHARP JUMBO, (late 20/10/2020, SOLDIER SPY, (late Vol 12 / No 15 SHARP JET), B, bk, D, Forest Con, MURLENS MARK), I, bd, D, Ballymac Ballinakil Biddy, 21/05/2019, Sharp Vic, Murlens Raw, 02/11/2017, 1 Henlow Stadium – CRICKET CLUB Lads Miss Norah McEllistrim, Mr Gary 19/10/2020, CLORANE ARTHUR, Maunders, Mr Jonathan Muller, Mrs At a local inquiry held by the Area (late FOURPENNY ARTHUR), I, bk, Joy Cook Stipendiary Steward on 17 August D, Confident Rankin, Fourpenny Star, 21/10/2020, BUDDYS KITE, (late 2020 professional trainer Miss V Lea 27/03/2018, Mr Peter Swadden VIGOROUS WALLY), I, dkbd, D, was cautioned and fined £300 for Droopys Nidge, Vigorous Hilary, a breach of Rule 49(iv) in respect 19/10/2020, RASHER DASHER, (late ERRILL ALBA), I, be, D, 08/09/2018, Mr Brian Moloney, Mr of the improved performance of Martin Chapman, Mr Sam Dunn the greyhound CRICKET CLUB Mileheight Alba, Jeanettedollemma, at Henlow Stadium on 22 June 06/04/2019, Mr Kevin Bacon, Mrs 21/10/2020, CASTELL DOREEN, 2020 and her failure to use her Julie Bacon (late DROOPYS KIKI), I, bk, B, Romeo best endeavours to ensure that the 19/10/2020, ROMEO SPEEDY, Recruit, Jaytee China, 01/08/2019, Mr performance of the greyhound was to (late DRIVE ON SPEEDY), I, bd, D, Mark Gilbert, Mrs Lynn Short the satisfaction of the Stewards. Droopys Roddick, Beaming Olive, 21/10/2020, UTOPIAN BLASTER, Starting at 10/11F the greyhound 01/03/2018, Mr David Firmager (late BALLYDORGAN PAUL), I, wbe, had won a 460m race recording a 19/10/2020, STELLAS MELODY, D, Laughil Duke, Ballydorgan Lady, calculated time of 27.75 seconds as (late LEMON DESHA), I, bk, B, 26/10/2018, Mr Lew O’Hara compared with its best recent time of Ballymac Eske, Lemon Isabella, 21/10/2020, PUNK ROCK KING, 28.59 seconds recorded in a race on 21/02/2019, Mr Paul Spittle, Mrs (late RISING FERN), I, bk, D, Sparta 8 June 2020. Deanna Williams Maestro, Coolbeg Laurel, 14/05/2019, 19/10/2020, TOWSTAR LUNA, Miss Natalie Bursig, Mr Matthew Christelow CHANGES OF GREYHOUNDS’ NAMES (late SIDETRACKED LUNA), I, f, B, Hiya Butt, Mrs Roo, 15/08/2018, The 22/10/2020, CARTERS CHASE, The following Changes of Towstars Syndicate (late MOANTEEN PONGO), I, wbk, Greyhounds’ Names have been 19/10/2020, CHILLI BLITZ, D, Knockglass Billy, Hillcroft Lexie, effected in accordance with the Rules (late DROOPYS JIVE), I, bk, D, 04/04/2019, Holly Kay Syndicate of Racing:- Romeo Recruit, Droopys Dorothy, 22/10/2020, HITTHELIDS HARRY, 16/10/2020, RUN THIS TOWN, (late 01/09/2018, The Chilli

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